Originating from a prank call segment on the ZMorning Zoo radio show in 2014, the 'Unexpected John Cena' meme evolved into a viral video trend where various clips would abruptly cut to a loud, distorted version of the wrestler's entrance theme, 'The Time is Now.' Accompanied by the boisterous announcement 'And his name is John Cena!', the meme relies on the element of surprise and extreme volume to startle the viewer. It became a staple of internet humor throughout 2015, used in everything from movie trailers to home videos, symbolizing a sudden, overwhelming intrusion that disrupts a mundane or peaceful scene.